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Henry O'Donnell swims to commemorate two-year anniversary of Finswim

Two years ago today, on September 17 the Finswim expedition began Carrickfin Beach. The epic journey was undertaken by Henry O'Donnell and to celebrate this morning he swam 10-kilometres. The expedition raised money for Water Safety Ireland and The ...

17 Sept 2022 at 21:05

Glenties MD

Dangers of swimming in ESB Reservoirs highlighted as warm weather expected

Ahead of the improving spell of warm weather this weekend, have reminded the general public of the dangers and potentially serious consequences of swimming in any two Donegal based ESB reservoirs. These areas are not appropriate for swimming ...

08 Jul 2022 at 15:58

Local News

Busier Wild Atlantic Way means busy time for Donegal lifeboat crews

Staycations means a busier Wild Atlantic Way and that can also mean a busy time for the local RNLI crew on Arranmore island as last weekend proved. The Arranmore RNLI Lifeboat was launched on Saturday last following a report of a boat in ...

03 Aug 2020 at 09:30

Local News

Donegal lifeguards now on duty but be careful this Bank Holiday weekend!

People in Donegal are being advised to swim at lifeguarded waterways this June Bank Holiday Weekend and adhere to Covid-19 social distancing guidelines at busy bathing areas. Bundoran and Rossnowlagh beaches are operational and have ...

02 Jun 2021 at 10:47

Local News

Donegal woman who saved four members of family warns of danger of water

Jane Friel had not even expected to go to the beach when she and her cousin went for a drive one sunny July afternoon last summer. The good weather brought the student teacher from Castlefinn to the beach at Portsalon where she and ...

29 Nov 2020 at 16:11

Local News

Bundoran RNLI makes safety plea ahead of summer months

As the summer months approach, Bundoran RNLI is calling on everyone looking forward to a boat trip at sea to plan ahead so they can enjoy their day safely. The plea comes after a group of people whose boat had been tied up but ...

15 Jun 2021 at 16:55

Local News

'Every second counts ' - RNLI Bundoran Lifeboat Station almost blocked with cars

RNLI Bundoran Lifeboat Station have urged patrons to park with care after their passage was almost blocked on Friday. "Every time we enjoy hot weather, we remind everyone to stay safe around water," they posted. "But today, ...

12 Jul 2025 at 11:28

Inishowen MD

Water safety chief calls for council to change rules on jet skis in Donegal

The chief executive of Water Safety Ireland has called on Donegal County Council to review bylaws on the use of jet skis in known swimming areas and ban the use of inflatable toys on beaches. John Leech was speaking after ...

10 Sept 2020 at 15:11

Local News

In pictures: Water Safety Ireland honours courageous rescuers from Donegal

Fifty-three lives were saved from drowning thanks to the swift and selfless actions of rescuers who were recognised at Water Safety Ireland’s National Annual Awards Ceremony, taking place at the O’Reilly Hall, UCD, ...

23 Oct 2025 at 19:25

Local News

Donegal County Council are recruiting for the 2026 Beach Lifeguard Season

Donegal County Council are looking to bring in new beach lifeguards for the summer season. A Lifeguard is someone who has been trained to provide supervision of activities at public bathing areas to prevent minor ...

10 Feb 2026 at 19:19

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